Fact Sheets

ISTM is dedicated to helping travelers get informed and prepared for travel. The health risks you may face on your trip will depend on your destinations, the length of your trip, your planned activities, travel style, and your medical history. This section contains useful fact sheets on a variety of travel health topics.

Altitude Sickness

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Health Benefits of Travel

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Insect Bite Avoidance

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Pre-Travel Health Advice

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Travelers’ Diarrhea

Travelers’ Diarrhea